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The Philosopher King and the Parthian War
When Marcus Aurelius became emperor in 161 AD, he inherited not only the throne but also a simmering conflict with the Parthian Empire that would erupt into a devastating war. In this episode, we follow the Stoic emperor's response to the Parthian invasion of Armenia, the appointment of his co-emperor Lucius Verus to command the campaign, and the dramatic capture of the Parthian capital Ctesiphon. We explore the role of general Avidius Cassius, the sack of Seleucia on the Tigris, and the Antonine Plague that may have been unleashed from that very city. Through the lens of Marcus's…
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